Huntley Area Public Library events
Special events
Friends' Celebration: The party will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Sept. 24. There will be hats for the kids and $100,000 snack bars for everyone.
Referendum meetings: Learn about the background and history of the Huntley Area Public Library, current challenges the library district is facing, and an overview of the referendum question on the Nov. 4 ballot by attending one of two informative public meetings.
Both meetings are open to the public and will take place at the library. Meetings are Tuesday, Oct. 14 and Wednesday, Oct. 29.
The meetings will begin promptly at 7 p.m. with a Q&A session following a presentation and will conclude about 8:30 p.m. Take a tour of the library. Refreshments will be served.
Speakers will gladly come to your neighborhood or community organization. Call Leigh Ann Porsch at (847) 669-5386, ext. 35 to schedule a date or to get more information.
The Huntley Area Public Library opened in 1992 in a 1,500 square feet building. It served fewer than 10,000 patrons. In 1999, the current 15,000 square foot library building opened and was intended to serve a population of 15,000. Today, the library district has more than 50,000 residents and the library is still in the same 15,000 square foot building.
A library expansion would add approximately 33,000 square feet to the existing library building. There are three sample architectural drawings currently on display at the library. The concept drawings are not the final project, but were donated to the library by Steffen & Schwerin Architects, Wold Architects & Engineers, and Ruck Pate Architecture to show different types of extensions the library board could pursue if the referendum is approved by the community.
The expansion and operation of the larger building would cost about $5 per month for a home valued at $250,000. The library would add more books, music and movies, a program room, quiet areas, a larger children's room and more seating.
The Huntley Area Public Library is at 11000 Ruth Road. For more information about the library, programs or events, visit Web site at huntleylibrary.org or call 847) 669-5386. For more information about the library's expansion project visit Web site huntleylibrary.org/build.
Register to Vote at the Library: Did you know you can register to vote at the library? Register now to vote in the November election. For your convenience, call the library first to be sure we have a registrar on staff during the time you would like to register. The phone number is (847) 669-5386, ext. 10.
In addition to staff registrars, representatives from the League of Women Voters will be in the library to register voters from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4 and Sunday, Oct. 5.
The last day you can register to vote in the November election is Oct. 7.
National Library Card: Did you know that your library card can be the most valuable card in your wallet? Stop by the library to get your card, and learn how much money the library can save you. Children getting a library card for the first time will get a ticket for a stuffed animal. Others signing up can enter to win one of four drawings.
Visit the library Circulation Desk with a picture ID and proof of your current address. If you aren't sure what library district you live in, call our Circulation Department for more information at (847 669-5386, ext. 10.
For adults
September Adult Book Clubs:
• The Last Friday Book Club meets at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 26 at the Huntley Library to discuss "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson. For more information, call: Carol Donahue, (847) 669-3161.
• Last Monday Book Club: The Last Monday Book Club will discuss "Nineteen Minutes" by Jodi Picoult at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29, at Citizens Bank, Regency Parkway and Route 47, Huntley. Contact person: Jud Strickland, (847) 515-3455. Location: C
For young adults
Teen Book Club for students in seventh through 12 grades meet from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 25.
For September, the Teen Book Club will be reading "The City of Ember" by Jeanne DuPrau. Read all or part of this book to attend the discussion. Can't find a copy on the shelf? Ask at the Reference Desk, staff will show you how to place it on hold (note: it can take several days to transfer a book between libraries; place your hold early so you don't miss out). Refreshments will be served. Register at the Reference Desk. Location: Old Village Hall, 11704 Coral St.
Children's Programs
• Kids' Book Club: Join the Kids' Book Club for a fun and informal chat about great books. We'll begin discussing the 2009 Rebecca Caudill nominees this month. Choose one of three monthly titles to read and talk about. Stop by the Children's Desk to register. Pick up the title list and schedule. Space is limited. Refreshments provided. Location: Youth Services Office @ the Library
• National Dog Week: Celebrating Man's Best Friend Sept. 21-27 for all ages. In celebration of National Dog Week, a special display will be featured with photos of parton's best friends. Bring a picture of your dog to add to the display. Photos will be returned in October. Pick up a copy of the dog safety activity book, "Fido! Friend or Foe?" while supplies last.